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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada IVl5B 2B8

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Serial/Model Numbers ........................... 2

Important Safety Instructions .................. 2-3

Kenmore PRO Appliance Warranty ....... 3

Protection Agreements .......................... 4

Features at a Glance .............................. 5

First Steps ............................................... 6-7

Setting the Temperature Control ............ 7

Freezer Features .................................... 7-9

Energy Saving Tips ................................ 9

Power Failure/Freezer Failure ................ 9

Ice Service .............................................. 9-10

Care and Cleaning ................................ 10

Troubleshooting Guide .......................... 11-12

Sears Service ......................................... 13

Sears Canada Customers ..................... 13

READ AND SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for
your model. Use your freezer only as instructed in this guide.

These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must
be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any
appliance.

RECORDYOUR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS

Record the model number and serial numbers in the space
provided below. The serial plate is located on the left wall inside

the freezer.

Model Number: 253.

or 970.

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

READ ALL iNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USING THiS
FREEZER.

FORYOUR SAFETY

,, Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance. Read
product labels for flammability and other warnings.

,, Do not operate this product in the presence of explosive fumes.

CHILD SAFETY

,, Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping

material immediately after the freezer is unpacked. Children
should never use these items to play. Cartons covered with
rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become

airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

,, Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe

cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other
appliances or furniture.

,, An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator or freezer is a very

dangerous attraction to children.

,, Remove or discard any spacers used to secure the shelves

during shipping. Small objects are a choke hazard to children.

,, Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in use, even if

it is being discarded.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR
FREEZER

RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still
dangerous - even if they will sit for "just a few days". If you are
getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow the
instructions below to help prevent accidents:

,, Remove the door(s).
,, Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.
,, Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician.

Model and Serial

Number Plate

ELECTRICAL iNFORMATiON

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety

mechanisms in the design of this freezer will operate properly.

, Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating. The

power cord of the freezer is equipped with a three-prong

grounding plug for protection against shock hazards. It must

be plugged directly into its own properly grounded three-prong
receptacle, protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit

breaker. The power supply circuit must be installed in

accordance with current edition of the National Electrical Code

(NFPA 70) and local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified

electrician. Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupters (GFCI) are NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT USE

AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG.

,, If the voltage varies by 10 percent or more, freezer performance

may be affected. Operating the freezer with insufficient power

can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered under the
warranty. If you suspect your household voltage is high or low,

consult your power company for testing.

,, To prevent the freezer from being turned off accidentally, do

not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or
pull cord.

,, Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS

,, Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always

grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

,, Turning the control to "OFF" turns off the compressor but does

not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical

components.

Grounding type

wall receptacle

Do not, under

any circumstances, I

cute remove_

or bypass the

grounding prong, j,

Power cord with
3-prong grounded plu£

ONE YEAR LiMiTED WARRANTY
When installed, operated and maintained according to all in-

structions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to
a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the

date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® to arrange for free
repair.

LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this
appliance is installed,operated, and maintained according
to the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair the
sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing,
and compressor), free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship.

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes,
this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty covers only defects in material and workman-
ship. Sears will NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use,
including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs and

bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product
installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed,
operated or maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident,
abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of
detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than

those recommended in all instructions supplied with the

product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from
unauthorized modifications made to this product.

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited war-

ranty shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability

or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the
shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for inci-
dental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse-
quential damages, or limitations on the duration of implied war-

ranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limi-
tations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the
United States and Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL
60179

Sears Canada Inc.,Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

In the U.S.A.

In Canada

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore Pro® product is designed and manufactured for

years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may

require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save

you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life
of your new appliance. Here's what's included in the

Agreement:

Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists

Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor
on all covered repairs

"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within

twelve months

Product replacement if your covered product can't be

fixed
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your

request - no extra charge

Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears
technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repair scheduling

Power surge protection against electrical damage due
to power fluctuations

Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product
takes longer than promised

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all

that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime

day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who

have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can

count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for
years to come. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement
today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and
additional information, call 1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances and

items like garage door openers, water heaters, and other
major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4MY-HOME ®.

Maintenance Agreements

Your purchase has added value because you can depend on
Sears HomeCentral ® for service. With over 2400 Service

Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories,
we have the tools, parts, knowledge and skills to back our

pledge:

We Service What We Sell.

Your Kenmore Pro® product is designed, manufactured and
tested to provide years of dependable operation. But like all

products, it may require service from time to time. The Sears
Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service

program, affordably priced.

The Sears Maintenance Agreement

• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price.

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and
tear.

• Provides phone support from a Sears technician on
products requiring in-home repair.

• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to

ensure that your product is in proper running condition.

Some limitations apply. For more information about
concerning Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements, call

1-800-361-6665.